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Page 17
KAYAKING on the
NEW RIVER
STORMWATER FUNDPage 3
SPEAK UP BLACKSBURG
Page 5
www.blacksburg.gov • FALL 2013
INSIDE: Recreation Activities – Registration Begins Sept. 10, 9am
IN THIS ISSUE
About Town is a publication of the Town of Blacksburg Community Relations Office.
Mission of the Town of Blacksburg To support a dynamic community by providing effective municipal services and enhancing Blacksburg’s quality of life.
Town [email protected] Rordam, Mayor Leslie Hager-Smith, Vice Mayor Susan AndersonJohn BushKrisha ChachraCecile NewcombMichael Sutphin
3 Stormwater Enterprise Fund 4 Wifi to Transform Downtown 5 Speak Up Blacksburg 6 Black House Found Items 6 Police Go Pink 7 Registration Information 8 Community Center 9 Aquatic Center 10 Shelter and Field Rentals 12 Youth Programs 16 Outdoor Programs 20 Aquatics Programs 26 Municipal Golf Course 27 Athletic Programs 29 Adult Athletics 34 Health & Fitness 35 Health & Fitness 36 Senior Programs
BlacksburgParks & Recreation
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To find out what’s happening around Blacksburg, or to post your own events, visit www.stepintoblacksburg.org
KEEP IN TOUCH
What’s Happening?
Enjoy About Town and don’t forget to recycle.
SEpTEmbEr 2Labor Day, Town Offices Closed
SEpTEmbEr 4Market Square Jam with Mac Traynham and Skip Slocum, 8pm
SEpTEmbEr 6Gobblerfest Sixteen Squares Walking Tour, 5pm
SEpTEmbEr 7 Virginia Tech vs. Western Carolina
SEpTEmbEr 11Stormwater Enterprise Fund Open House, Blacksburg Community Center 5-8pm Market Square Jam with The Hoyt Street Hotshots, 8pm
SEpTEmbEr 12Stormwater Enterprise Fund Open House, Blacksburg Community Center 5-8pm
SEpTEmbEr 14Burnt Creative Market, Draper Road, 9am-3pmBlacksburg BrewDo, First & Main, Noon-6pm
SEpTEmbEr 18Sixteen Squares Walking Tour, 4:30pmMarket Square Jam with The Poorhouse Pepsteppers, 8pm
SEpTEmbEr 19Historic Lecture, Soils and Flora at Smithfield, 6pm
SEpTEmbEr 21 Virginia Tech vs. Marshall
SEpTEmbEr 25Market Square Jam with Indian Run String Band, 8pm
SEpTEmbEr 27Sixteen Squares Walking Tour, 4:30pm
SEpTEmbEr 28Fall Skateboard Festival, Blacksburg Skate Park, Noon
OCTObEr 4First Friday Art Walk, Downtown Blacksburg
OCTObEr 5 Virginia Tech vs. North Carolina
OCTObEr 12 Virginia Tech vs. Pitt
OCTObEr 19Burnt Creative Market, Draper Road, 9am-3pm
OCTObEr 26 Virginia Tech vs. Duke
NOvEmbEr 11Veterans Day, Town Offices Closed
NOvEmbEr 16 Virginia Tech vs. Maryland
NOvEmbEr 28-29Thanksgiving, Town Offices Closed
DECEmbEr 6First Friday Art Walk, Downtown Blacksburg Winter Lights Festival andHoliday Parade, Downtown Blacksburg, 4:30pm
DECEmbEr 24-25Christmas, Town Offices Closed
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This summer was one of the wettest
historically in Blacksburg. Some rain is good for gardens and flowerbeds, the runoff from the rain is another story. Runoff, also known as stormwater, is the number one source of surface water pollution in the United States. In Blacksburg, stormwater flows into the New River, the Town’s source of drinking water and a place for recreation.
Over the years the Town of Blacksburg has been proactive in managing stormwater issues, but new state and federal mandated regulations are requiring more resources. The Town is required to comply with these regulations by controlling both the quality and quantity of stormwater run off and maintaining water quality of streams. The added cost of enforcing the new stormwater regulations is left to the localities, and that is a rapidly growing expense.
Last year, Town Council appointed the Stormwater Stakeholders Advisory Group (SSAG) and tasked them with developing a recommendation for addressing the mandated stormwater requirements. After a great deal of research and analysis, the SSAG is proposing a Stormwater Enterprise Fund to pay for these activities and programs within the Town. The fund is in the proposal stage and no public
hearing or a Town Council vote has been scheduled.
The SSAG recommends a proposed $6 per month fee, based on 3300 square feet of hard surface. For home owners, that would be $6 a month addition to the utility bill. All other uses would be charged $6 monthly for every 3300 square feet of hard surface per parcel.
Join the Town for a Stormwater Enterprise Fund Open House on September 11 and 12, 5-8 pm at the Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive. Additional opportunities for comment will be available during the fall at the community meetings, Town Council meetings, and public hearing. The proposed effective date for the Stormwater Enterprise Fund is January 1, 2015. For more information visit www.blacksburg.gov/stormwaterfund or to schedule a community meeting, call the Department of Engineering and GIS at 540-961-1126.
Stormwater Enterprise Fund Proposed
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Imagine leaving the chaos of the office by heading downtown to work remotely on Henderson Lawn; or holding an important online meeting with a client while sitting on a bench at Market Square Park. This will soon be possible due to a partnership between the Town of Blacksburg, local technology firm TechPad, and a number of generous donors.
Bob Summers, Founder and Director of TechPad launched a campaign in the spring to raise money for a One Gigabyte project
which would bring internet speeds 100 times faster than anything available in this region and free public wifi to downtown Blacksburg. The initial coverage area would be Main Street from Henderson Lawn to Clay Street and two blocks to the east and west.
$85,000 was needed for startup costs and one year of service. In just one month, $92,400 was donated from all over the country, but most came from the Blacksburg community. Working with partners the Town of Blacksburg, Modea, VPT, G3 Systems, Montgomery County, The Hill Companies, Cisco Systems and NewCity Media, the project will be funded for the next few years. The network will be supported long term by new funding sources which include corporate users of the network. “Right now it’s a pilot network and as it matures transformational pricing for downtown businesses will be established,” said Summers.
Summers has also received funding from US Ignite, a White House initiative which aims to realize the potential of fast, open, next-generation networks by facilitating a national high-speed broadband test bed for development and deployment of ultra-fast broadband applications. Blacksburg’s participation in the US Ignite initiative is being led by Blacksburg Town Manager Marc Verniel and Scott Midkiff, vice president of information technology at Virginia Tech, with support and interest from Blacksburg’s community of IT entrepreneurs and start-ups.
“This project will help fuel the economy in Blacksburg,” said Summers. The availability of super high speeds will improve workflow for downtown employees by allowing faster uploads, downloads, credit card transactions and more. This means employees are more productive since they are spending more time working and less time waiting.
Festival vendors at events like Steppin’ Out will even have the ability to do credit card transactions more efficiently. At this past Steppin’ Out, the wifi network was beta tested, and over 400 people connected seamlessly.
Free downtown wireless will be available to the public by the end of October.
For more information on the One Gig project, visit TechPad at www.techpad.org.
100 Gig and Wifi Service To Transform Business Downtown
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Got a great idea that you think would benefit the town? Want to share it with others? Then Speak Up Blacksburg!
Speak Up Blacksburg is an online forum allowing users to share their great ideas with the Town. Think of it as an online suggestion box. Within a few clicks, residents can easily offer suggestions on how to improve the way the Town does business. Users can suggest a service improvement, a policy change, a long range planning idea or provide other recommendations through the site. The site also allows them to conveniently participate in online discussion forums and surveys posted by the Town. For instance, members of the community can currently weigh in on a discussion about events and programs or participate in a forum about retail and dining options. The ideas and other feedback contributed on this website will go directly to policy makers and departmental leadership.
Here’s how it works:
Step OneSet up an account so you can post an idea and then track its progress.
Step TwoPost your idea and then share it with your social media networks if you want to
encourage others to support it.
Step ThreeFollow the status of your idea online and stay involved.Once posted, the user will receive a confirmation email acknowledging the
post. From that point ideas will be monitored for additional comments and expressions of support from others.
“Speak Up Blacksburg is one of many ways citizens can share their views and truly engage with the Town,” said Town Manager Marc Verniel. “We’re looking forward to the increased interaction this application will offer between the Town and our residents.”
So Speak Up Blacksburg! Get started today - http://speakupblacksburg.org.
New Program EncouragesResidents to Speak Up!
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Alexander Black House “Found” Items
While working on the Alexander Black House, restoration crews found some items from the
early 20th century.
This is a switch Alexander Black had under the table where he sat. As food would start to get low, he would use his foot to turn on the switch which would activate a buzzer in the kitchen. Kitchen staff would hear the buzzer and bring food out to the table.
This bowl is a bit of a mystery. While removing sheathing from the front of the house, workers found this item. If you know what it is, email [email protected].
Pink is the new blue for the Blacksburg Police Department. For the month of October, police officers
will replace their blue patches with pink ones in support of breast cancer awareness.
“Breast cancer has hit home to a lot of us in the police department,” said Blacksburg Police Chief Kim Crannis.
“It is something we felt we needed to do to help fight this killer disease.”
Blacksburg will also join Christiansburg, Montgomery County, and Virginia Tech Police Departments in taking the campaign on the road by adding a pink patrol car to its permanent fleet. The Blacksburg car will be revealed October 1 at the police department on Clay Street.
After October, the breast cancer patches will go on sale to the public for $10 each. Patches can be purchased Monday through Friday, 8am – 5 pm, at the Blacksburg Police Department. All proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Blacksburg Police Go Pink for Cure
RECREATION FEES WHAT DOES R/NR MEAN? R: RESIDENT: Individuals living in the town limits or paying town taxesNR: NON-RESIDENT: Non-Blacksburg residents
REFUND POLICY Refund requests must be made seven days prior to the start of a program or rental to ensure refund or credit. •Refundsunder$25willbecreditedtothehouseholdaccount. •A$25servicechargewillapplytopaymentsmadebycashorcheck. •Noservicechargeforpaymentsmadebycreditcard
OPEN PARTICIPATION All programs are available without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, political affiliation or disability.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY •Forcancellationinformation,callthecancellationhotlineat540-558-0742. •AllSeniorprogramsareontheMontgomeryCountySchools’inclementweather closing schedule. •SignupforBlacksburgAlertforemailnotificationatwww.blacksburg.gov.
REGISTRATION Summer registration begins September 10 at 9 am. Register by phone, mail, fax, online or in person at one of the following locations:
The Blacksburg Community Center 725PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1149 Fax:540-961-1897
Blacksburg Aquatic Center 625PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1852 Fax:540-951-8313
Parks and Recreation Office 615PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1135Fax:540-951-8313
bLACKSbUrG pArKS AND rECrEATION – GENErAL INFOrmATION
Register online at https://recreation.blacksburg.gov.Firsttime customers must stop by or call one of the recreation facilities to receive a username and password. Returning customers will use their household number to log in to the system.
WAIT LIST POLICY If programs are full, registrants can elect to be put on a waiting list. Once a spot opens, registrants will be contacted in order based on the wait list. If a registrant is unavailable or unreachable, BlacksburgParks&Recreationwillimmediatelycontactthenextpersononthelistuntilthespotisfilled.
DEAN B. CRANEDirector,ParksandRecreation
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
HOURS OF OPERATIONSeptember
Monday-Thursday 8am-10pmFriday 8am-8pmSaturday 8am-noonSunday Noon-5pm
OctoberMonday-Thursday 8am-10pmFriday&Saturday 8am-8pmSunday Noon-5pm
NovemberMonday-Saturday 8am-10pmSunday Noon-5pm
December & January *Monday-Saturday 8am-10pm
Sunday Noon-6pm*Closing8pmDecember23-30
Closing DaysAugust31-September2November27-29December24-25,31January1
GENErAL INFOrmATION - COmmUNITY CENTEr
Multipurpose Room: $30/hr,holds180banquet; 250lecture
Community Room: $25/hr,holds80banquet;100lecture
Art Room: $15/hr,holds15
Program Room: $20/hr,holds60banquet;80lecture,includes sink and counter
Social Room: $15/hr,holds15,includessofasandbigscreen TV
FITNESS CENTER FEESAdults(18yearsandolder)Fivetimepass:$10Thirtytimepass:$35FiftyTimepass:$50
All passes are good for up to one year from date of purchase. TheFitnessCenteropenswhentheCommunityCenteropensandcloses½hourbeforetheCommunityCentercloses.
THE COMMUNITY “REC” CENTER725PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1149/Fax:540-961-1897
COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS Roomsetupisavailablefreeofchargewithatleast48hours notice. Any rentals outside of the regular hours of theCommunityCenteraresubjecttoanextra$10/hr.Oneweekadvanceregistrationisrequired.Call540-961-1149ore-mailjleahy@blacksburg.govformoreinformation.
COMMUNITY CENTER GYM A AND B Rentalfeesare$25/hrforsportingeventsand$50/hrfornon-sporting events. Scoreboards are available at a cost of $15/hr.NonAthleticEvents:eachgymrentsfor$50/hr.
Facility hours may change due to special events. Please call 540-961-1149 for more information.
KIPPS GYMNASIUM2801PricesForkRoadPhone:540-552-2798/Fax:540-951-5705
Kipps Gymnasium is only open for programs and gym rentals.Rentalfeesare$25/hrforsportingeventsand$50/hrfornon-sportingevents.Rentalsmustbemade24hoursinadvance.Call540-961-1135or540-961-1149forinformationandreservations.
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WATER EXERCISE PASSESWater Exercise Unlimited Pass: $250-Thispassissimilartotheyearlymembershippass.Itentitlestheparticipanttoattendanywatersaerobicsclass.Passexpiresoneyearfromdateofpurchase and is non-transferable.
Water Exercise Punch Pass: $65-Entitlestheuserto20classesoftheirchoice.Passexpiresoneyearfromdateofpurchaseandisnon-transferable.
Water Exercise Daily Fee: $3.75-Entitlestheusertoonewateraerobicsclass.Water aerobics punch pass expires in one year.
HOURS AND FEES AQUATIC CENTER625PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1852/Fax:540-951-8313Monday-Thursday 6am-9:30pmFriday 6am-6pmSaturday 9am-6:30pmSunday 1-6:30pm
GENErAL INFOrmATION - AQUATIC CENTEr
CLOSING DAYSClosingdatesareSeptember8-21,November28-29, December24-25.
Forinformationonbi-weeklyschedules,facilitypolicies,andrulespleasecheckthewebsiteatwww.blacksburg.gov/recreationorcall540-961-1852.
DAYCARE, SCHOOLS AND OTHER GROUPSGroupsplanningtobring10ormoreswimmersduringrecreationalswimhoursarerequiredtoschedulewiththeAquaticCenteratleastoneweekinadvance.Groupswithchildrenundertheageof10aretohave one adult supervising in the water, per eight children.
Lobby Rental Package: $65 •Pooladmissionforupto15people •Additionalpriceperpersonis$3
Lobby Rental and Tableware Package: $90 •Pooladmissionforupto15people •Additionalpriceperpersonis$3 •Choiceoftablewarecolor(pink,blue,purple,yellow,andgreen) •Tablewarewillincludeplates,cups,napkins,tablecloth,forksand spoonsfor15people •PrivaterentalhoursareFridays7:15-9:15pm;Saturdays 6:45-8:45pm.Patronsareexpectedtoexitby9:30pm.
Private Rental Package: $125 •Pooladmissionforupto25people •Forpartieslargerthan25peopletherewillbeanadditional chargeof$25 •Useoflargeinflatabletoysadd$20
Private Rental and Tableware Package: $150 •Pooladmissionforupto25people •Forpartieslargerthan25peopletherewillbeanadditional chargeof$25.00 •Useoflargeinflatabletoysfor$20 •Choiceoftablewarecolor(pink,blue,purple,yellow,andgreen)
PASS INFORMATIONDaily Admission:
Adults(15-64):$3.50Seniors(65andup):$3Youth(3-14):$3After7pmratesdecreaseby$.50
Childrenundertheageofthreearefreewithapaying,swimmingadult.Adultsmustbeinthewaterandwithinarm’sreachofchildrenfiveandunder at all times.Asupervisingadultmustbeinthefacilityforchildrenages6-13.
10 Swim Passes:Adults(15-64):$30Seniors(65andup):$25Youth(3-14):$25
30 Swim Passes:Adults(15-64):$85Seniors(65&up):$70Youth(3-14):$70
Yearly Passes: Primary Account Member
Adults(15-64):$230Seniors(65andup):$200Youth(3-14):$200
Additional Account MemberAdult(20-64):$160Senior(65andup):$100YoungAdult(15-19):$100Youth(3-14):$85AllSwimPassesexpireoneyearfrompurchasedate.
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SHELTEr AND FIELD rENTALS
PICNIC SHELTERSPicnicShelters-PicnicshelterreservationsmaybemadeattheRecreationOffice,615PatrickHenryDrive,Monday-Friday,8am-5pmorbycalling540-961-1135.Shelterreservationtimesare10am-3pm,4pm-darkorfortheentireday.Feesare$30/half-dayperiodor$50/allday.Thefeeisnon-refundableunlessinclementweatherpreventsuseonthedayof reservation.
Municipal Park Shelter Rentals: Shelter I: Seats160people.LocatedonTurnerStreet.
Shelter II: Seats48people.LocatedonTurnerStreet,parkside.
Shelter III: Seats24people.LocatedonPatrickHenryside.
Nellie’s Cave Park:Seats100people.Locatedattheendof GrissomLane.
Toms Creek Park: Seats32people.LocatedonTomsCreekRoad,westofRoute460.1/4mileonright.
Heritage Community Park: ShelteronGladeseats64,shelteronMeadowbrookseats64.
Wong Park: Seats32people.Locatedat303WilsonAvenue.
Skate Park Shelter: Seats20people.Locatedinfrontofmainoffice,615PatrickHenryDrive.
Tennis Court Shelter: Seats24people.Locatedat615PatrickHenryDrive.
Field Rentals Fieldsmaybereservedforsoftball,baseball,orsoccerforafeeof$10/hr.Tournamentfeesare$85/field,perday+$35/hrforlights+$100(refundable)damagedeposit.
Horseshoe Rentals at Municipal and Nellie’s Cave Park$5/set.HorseshoescanberentedattheBlacksburgCommunityCenterortheMainOffice.
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RANDY HALL
Community Programs Supervisor
540-961-1191
MOMMY & ME / DADDY & METhese playgroups include warm-up exercises, small and large motor skills, developmental movements, ladders, slides, tunnels, parachute, streamers, hula hoops, and lummi sticks. Parent participation required. Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
FAMILY ENERGY OUTLETDesigned for families with more than one child. This playgroup will center on exercise and movement with focus on body awareness, balance, eye-hand, eye-foot coordination, creative expression, self confidence andsocial interaction. Parent participation required. Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101001-F1 MSep30-Nov4 1-1.8yrs 9:30-10:30am $35/$45
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101003-F1 MSep30-Nov4 0-5yrs 10:45-11:45am
$20/$25per child
ENERGY OUTLETThese playgroups center on movement exercise that provides activities in body awareness balance, eye-hand,
eye-foot coordination, creative expression, self confi-dence and social interaction. Parent participation required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101000-F1 TuOct1-Nov5 2yrs 9:30-10:30am $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
FAMILY BOUNCING BEARSDesigned for families with more than one child. The class willfocusonavarietyoflarge,interactiveinflatablewithjumpersandslides.Parent participation required. There is a two child per family minimum.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101011-B3 WOct2–Nov6 0-5yrs 1-2pm $20/$25per child
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
BOUNCING BEARSThis class will focus on a variety of large, interactive inflatables.Therewillbejumpersandslidersforchildrentoexplore.Parachuteactivitieswillbeheldat theendof each class.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101011-B1 TuOct1-Nov5 3-4yrs 10:45-11:45am $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
PRESCHOOL PLAY DATEChildrenwillinteractwitheachotherwhiletheyexplorethroughclimbing, crawlingand jumping ina funandsupervised setting. Parent participation required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101105-F1 TuOct1-Nov5 0-5yrs 1-2pm $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
NEW!
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KANGAROO KIDSCentering on a movement program, children willlearn body awareness, balance, eye-hand, eye-foot coordination, creative expression, self confidence andsocial interaction. Parent participation required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101008–F1 WOct2-Nov6 3-4yrs 10:45-11:45am $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
OPEN GYMThis indoor playground program is a non-structured exercise class which includes free play, warm up exercises, basic concepts like up and down, basic shapes and directions, and song activities. Parent participation required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101009-F1 ThOct3-Nov7 2-3yrs 9:30-10:30am $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
ROMP & STOMPThese playgroups include free play, warm-up exercises, basic concepts such as up and down, in and out, as well as basic shapes and directions. Song activities will be incorporated. Parent participation required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101002-F1 WOct2-Nov6 18-24mos
9:30-10:30am $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
NEW!
KIDS-N-MOTIONThis new class will introduce fitness to help improvecoordination, agility and self-esteem. Parachute play,climbing apparatus, and more will be incorporated.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101012-F1 ThOct3-Nov7 4-5yrs 10:45-11:45am $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
NEW!
ART & MORE FOR 2sIntroduce toddlers to art in a semi-structured setting with a variety of art projects, story time and songs.Emphasis is on fun, social interaction and experimenting with different media. Parent participation required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101100-F1 TuOct1-Nov5 2yrs 9:45-10:45am $30/$40
101100-F2 ThOct3-Nov7 2yrs 9:45-10:45am $30/$40
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
ART SMARTToddlers will be exposed to different media while learning how to use colors, shapes, patterns and sizes. Imagination, expression and communication through art will be encouraged.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
101101-F1 TuOct1–Nov5 3-4yrs 11-noon $30/$40
101101-F2 ThOct3–Nov7 3-4yrs 11-noon $30/$40
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
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WOW FUNKY PHYSICSFun is the operative word in this awesome class.Introduces children to a variety of physics with hands on projects and experiments including building andtesting: vehicles, straw rockets, paper airplanes and more.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102410-FP SaNov2-23 7-12yrs 10am-noon $75/$85
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
WOW ENGINEERING UNLIMITEDSTEM survey class will use a variety of awesomebuildingmaterialsincludingLEGOs,Engino,CitiBocksandmore. Kidswill build a varietyof projects frommotorizedmachinestobridges–adifferentthemeineach class.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102410-EU SatNov2-23 7-12yrs 1-3pm $75/$85
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
SANTA CALLINGBlacksburg Parks and Recreation has made special arrangements for Santa Claus to telephone children, ages 3-8, from The North Pole Workshop on Thursday, December 19, 4-6 pm.
Forms can be found at www.blacksburg.gov/recreation or picked up at any Parks and Recreation facility.
All forms must be received by Monday, December 16 before noon. Sorry, Santa is only allowed to call local Blacksburg area exchange numbers.
HO! HO! HO! MERRY CHRISTMAS!
WOW EARLY ROBOTICSChildren will learn to build circuits and robots in anengaging, hands-on class designed to develop science andtechnologyskills.ClassusesSnapCircuitsjr,BeeBotturtlerobot,andprogrammableLEGO®WeDoRobotics.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102410-ER SaOct5-26 5-7yrs 10am-noon $75/$85
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
WOW LEGO ROBOTICSCreateandcommandrobotsthatwalk,talk,thinkanddoanythingwithLEGO®WeDoandMindstorms.Thereare step-by-step 3D building instructions to createdifferent robots and bring them to life.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102410-LR SaOct5-26 8-12yrs 1-3pm $150/$160
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
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PIL SEUNG TAE KWON DO ACADEMY INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM Korean Martial Art Olympic-style program, stressingintegrity, physical and mental fitness. No contractrequired.Freeuniformforfirsttimestudents.Ongoingprogramandfeeisduebythefirstclassofeachmonth.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
112206-09112206-10112206-11112206-12112206-01
W SepW OctW NovW DecW Jan
6yrs &up
5-6pm $25/$35
Location 915HethwoodBlvd,Unit7atHethwoodShoppingCenter
YOUTH prOGrAmS
EVENING MUSIC TIME FOR THE FAMILYSeasonal themes and traditional folk songs will be explored. Designed for the growing child to learn about and enjoy music and movementtogetherwithparents.MonicaTignoris Kindermusik certified. Parentparticipation is required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102412-F1 MSep23-Oct14 0-4yrs 6-6:45pm $25/$35perchild
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
MUSIC TIME FOR THE FAMILYThis music class is especially designed for the growing toddler and preschooler tolearnaboutandenjoymusictogether.Marci Craig is Kindermusik trained.Themes will include favorite nursery rhymes.Parentparticipationisrequired.
102412-F2 MOct21-Nov11
102412-F3 MNov18-Dec9
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102412-M2 MSep16-Oct14 0-4yrs 9:30-10:15am $30/$40perchild
102412-M5 MOct21-Nov18 0-4yrs 9:30-10:15am $30/$40perchild
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
SuSep15 12yrs&up 1-7pm $2/$4 at the door
HUNTER SAFETY COURSEThis is a mandatory course to obtain a Virginia State GameLicensefor12-15yearoldsandforfirsttimehunters. Class conducted by Department of Gameand Inland Fisheries to be taken after required selfstudy online. Register at http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/hunting/education/.
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
SEEDS is a non-profit community organization whose mission is to inspire kids’ love for learning through outdoor nature education, discovery learning, and civic awareness. The Nature Center is a partnership between SEEDS, the Town of Blacksburg Dept. of Parks and Recreation and the VT Department of Biological Sciences Outreach Program. Located at Blacksburg’s historic Price House, 107 Wharton St. SE, the nature center is open to the public and offers programs, exhibits, and more. www.seedskids.org, (540) 552-3914 [email protected]
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Annual Halloween CarnivalThis annual event is a fun and safe observance of Halloween. There will be carnival games, candy, prizes and a special guest. Cosponsored by Virginia Tech Chapter of Circle K.
Date: Thursday, October 31Time: 6-8pmAges: Preschool and elementary aged goblins only Place: Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry DriveFee: $2
NEW!
CHINESE FOR TOTS & PARENTSIntroduce children to a new language early. Children will become familiarwith the sounds and sights of the Chineselanguage,andlearnsomebasicvocabulary through stories, games, songs and crafts. Parent/caregiverparticipation required.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102301-C2 TuSep17-Oct15 2-3yrs 3:30-4:30pm $60/$70
102301-C3 TuOct22-Nov19 2-3yrs 3:30-4:30pm $60/$70
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
NEW!
CHINESE I FOR HOME-SCHOOLERS AND ADULT LEARNERS Introduce children to a new language early. Children will become familiarwith the sounds and sights of the Chineselanguage,andlearnsomebasicvocabulary through stories, games, songs and crafts. Parent/caregiverparticipation required.
Activity # *Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102301-C1 Tu,ThSep17-Dec19
11yrs&up 1:30-3pm $360/$370
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
*LastweeksinOctoberandNovemberoff.
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OUTDOOr prOGrAmS
TRAVIS COAD
Outdoor Supervisor
540-961-1133
WETLANDS WALKJoinDavidDarnelfromtheVirginiaNativePlantSocietyand former wetland delineation specialist and explore PandapasPondDayuseareainsearchofwetlands.David will also highlight other plant species commonly found around the area.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130201-WL SaSep28 16yrs&up 9am-5pm $5/$10
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
VERTICAL MOTION (ROCK CLIMBING)Introductory rock climbing in West Virginia designed for the novice and intermediate climber. Trained climbing guides will provide the proper gear and instruction for an unforgettable experience. Instruction, equipment and transportation included.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130001-1 SaNov9 11yrs&up 9am-5pm $20/$30
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
BIKE THE NEW RIVERDiscover the beauty of the New River Trail via bicycle duringthiseasy19mileride,.Personalbikesarewel-come;pleasecontacttheOutdoorSupervisorpriortotrip to make arrangements.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
130008-1 SaOct26 11yrs&up 9am-5pm $40/$50
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
HAWK WATCHINGHikeamoderate1.5milestoHangingRockObservatorynestled 3800 ft above the Virginia/West Virginiaboundary.Atthistimeofyearover1000raptorscanbespotted in a single day.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130201-HW SaSep14 16yrs&up 9am-4pm $10/$20
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
*Trip will include bike rental, box lunch, guide, and transportation.
NEW!
The Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail is the first statewide trail system of its kind in the United States. Along this fascinating trail you will find the Heritage Community Park and Natural Area located in Blacksburg, VA. This unique park offers visitors over 169 acres of opportunity to visit and array of habitats including: open meadows, hedge rows, floodplains and marshes. A large diversity of birds, white tail deer, wild
turkey, red fox, various reptiles and insects inhabit the park as well.For more information on the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail please visit The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries website www.dgif.virginia.gov/vbwt
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SCENIC CANOE TOUR OF THE NEWWhat better way to welcome in the fall season then paddling one of the most beautiful sections of the New River. Guides will provide a safety instruction and lesson on paddling fundamentals. Instruction, equipment and transportation included.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130003-1 SaSep21 11yrs&up 9am-5pm $20/$30
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
FALL FOLIAGE FLOAT ON THE JAMESCanoedowntheJamesRiverenjoyingthebeautifulcol-ors and sounds of fall. This section of river provides rela-tively easy paddling with occasional fast moving riffles. Guides will provide a safety talk and a lesson.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130003-JR SaOct19 11yrs&up 9am-5pm $25/$35
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
SUNSET KAYAK PADDLERelaxandletthestressofthedailygrindfloatawayasyou take in the peace and tranquility of the New River. Guides will provide you with equipment, safety talk, lesson on paddling fundamentals, and shuttle.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130005-1 FSep6 11yrs&up 6pm-8:30pm $15/$25
130005-2 FSep20 11yrs&up 6pm-8:30pm $15/$25
Location TripwillmeetattheDudley’sRiverLandinglocatedwithinRadford’sBissetPark.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDESpend the day on horseback riding next to the New River. This guided horseback ride is a two-hour trail ride down the beautiful New River Trail State Park.Ridesareledbystafffrom
FosterFallsHorseLivery.
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130201-HB SaNov23 11yrs&up 9am-5pm $45/$50
Location ProgramwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
OUTDOOr prOGrAmS
*Trailridesrequireriderstobeatleast11yearsofage.
KAYAK SKILLS COURSE: INTRO TO KAYAKINGIdeal for the beginner to the advanced looking to fast track their learning curve or justget somepool time.Learn the fundamentals of
the roll, bracing, and edge control. Equipment will be provided.Personalequipmentwelcome.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
430501-10 SuOct27 11yrs&up 10am-noon $15/$25
430501-11 SuNov24 11yrs&up 10am-noon $15/$25
430501-12 SuDec15 11yrs&up 10am-noon $15/$25
Location ProgramwillmeetattheBlacksburgAquaticCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the course
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DISCOVER SCUBAExperience the adventure of diving under the supervision of a certified PADI (Profes-sional Association of Diving Instructors) Professional in apool.Learnsomeofthebasicconcepts and skills necessary to breathe under water.
*Note: A medical release must be reviewed and you may needadoctor’sapprovalpriortoparticipation.Anypar-ticipantunder18musthaveparentorguardiansignature.
*Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130303-S1 WSep18 11yrs&up 7-9:30pm $25/$35
130303-S2 WOct16 11yrs&up 7-9:30pm $25/$35
130303-S3 WNov20 11yrs&up 7-9:30pm $25/$35
130303-S4 WDec18 11yrs&up 7-9:30pm $25/$35
Location BlacksburgAquaticCenter
Registration Deadline Mondaybeforetheprogram
TREE TOP ADVENTURE COURSESignupforthistreetopadventurecourseattheMoun-tainLakeConservancydesignedforthenoviceyetad-venture seeker at heart. This course has elevated zip lines and obstacles that are fun for everyone.
*Allparticipantsmustfilloutandsignawaiver.Par-ticipantsundertheageof18musthavetheirwaiversignedbyaparentorguardian.Thoseages14orunderwishing to participate on the adult course must be ac-companied on the course by an adult. Regardless of age, participants must weigh at least40poundsandnomorethan275pounds.
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130200-1 SaOct5 12yrs&up 10am-3pm $35/$45
130200-2 SaNov16 12yrs&up 10am-3pm $35/$45
NEW!
WALK-N-WINE BOTTOM CREEK GORGEHome to the second highest water fall in Virginia,BottomCreekGorge is amoderate fivemile hike. Af-terwards takeamoment toenjoy localwine tastings,mulled wine, a winery tour, and a special tasting from AmRhein’sWineCellarsjustdowntheroad.
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130201-BG SaDec7 21yrs&up 9am-5pm $10/$20
HOLIDAY TREE CUTTINGGatherthefamilyandenjoythetraditionoffindingtheperfectholidaytreeatalocaltreefarm.Rideatractor/horsedrawnhaywagonouttothefields,cutatree,andlet the pros prep it for transport.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130305-01 SaDec14 All ages Noon-5pm $5/$10perfamily
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
*Transportation of participants and tree provided to and from the Blacksburg CommunityCenter.
NEW!
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ARRANGE FOR A PRIVATE TRIP OR LESSONSetupaprivatetrip/programoutontheriver,rocks,woods,orintheclassroom.Arrangeforprivatelessonsincanoeingorkayaking.Letaprofessionallytrainedinstructorfinetuneskills.Privatetripsorlessonsmakeforgreatgiftideas.Call540-961-1133formoreinformation.Activity#130201-PR.
THURSDAY NIGHTS SKIING/BOARDING IN WVWe have worked with Winterplace Ski Resort to offer you a night of skiing at an unheard of price. The trips includeTransportation,LiftTicket,SkiRental,and90MinLesson.
*There is an additional $20 charge to upgrade to asnowboardrental.Personalequipmentisalsowelcome.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
130602-1 ThJan9 11yrs&up 4pm-midnight $30/$35
130602-2 ThJan16 11yrs&up 4pm-midnight $30/$35
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Dayofthetripby3pm
WONDERS OF THE UNDERWORLD: INTRO TO CAVING Experience total darkness. View cave formations such as stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, and more. No experience is needed. All caving is in accordance to the CavingProtocolsinResponsetoWhite-NoseSyndromein Virginia.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
130002-1 SaNov30 11yrs&up 9am-3pm $20/$30
Location TripwillmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip
Saturday, September 28, Blacksburg Skate Park, 615 Patrick Henry DriveSignupsstartatNoon,Contestbeginsat1pmFee:$10/eventor$20forallevents;Participantsgetafreet-shirt.Prizesforfirst,second,andthirdplacesinthefollowingdivisions:Beg-Int-AdvonStreetCourseInt-Adv in the BowlBest-trick on the four-stair Cosponsored by Blacksburg Parks and Recreation and Greenhouse Boardshop
Formoreinformationvisit,http://greenhouseboardshop.com
FALL SKATEBOARD FESTIVAL
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WATER BABIES (6-18 months)Parent participa-tion required. Classprovides experiences and activities for par-ents and children in-cluding enter/exit the
water safely, getting comfortable in the water, explor-ing buoyancy and changing body positions in the water.
Activity # *Date Time Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139000-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Sep20
139000-02 M,WOct21-Nov13 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Oct18
139000-03 M,WNov18-Dec18 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Nov15
139000-04 SaSep28-Nov2 9-9:30am $30/$40 Sep27
139000-05 SaNov9-Dec21 9-9:30am $30/$40 Nov8
AMERICAN RED CROSS PARENT AND CHILD LEVELS
AQUATICS prOGrAmS
LYNNE KRULICH
Aquatic Supervisor
540-961-1852
Aquatic Therapy For Rehabilitation And ExerciseMonday-Friday9-11amIndividuals can perform therapy under the direction a physician or physical therapist. In addition to a pass or daily admission fee a letter from a physician or physical therapist is required for admission and must be renewed yearly.
Water Aerobics Classes are Sep 23-Dec 20Sep23-Dec20**No Water Aerobics classes during the week of Thanksgiving.M-F9-10amM&W7-8pmConductedindeepandshallowwater,theclasswillgiveatotalbodyworkoutwithlittleornoimpact.Classincludescardio,toning,andstretching.Participantsshouldbecomfortableindeepwater.Flotationbeltsavailable.
BYOB - Bring Your Own Baby (and You) Sep25-Nov13,W10-10:30amA class where the baby is used as “resistance equipment” for the parent. The parent receives a great water workout while songs and games entertainthechild.Ages6months-5years.
*No swim lessons during the week of Thanksgiving.
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WATER BUGS (18-36 months)Parent participation required.Classprovidesexperi-ences and activities for parents and children including enter/exitthewatersafely,gettingcomfortableinthewater, exploring buoyancy and changing body posi-tions in the water.
Activity # *Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139005-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Sep20
139005-02 M,WOct21-Nov13 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Oct18
139005-03 M,WNov18-Dec18 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Nov15
139005-04 SaSep28-Nov2 9-9:30am $30/$40 Sep27
139005-05 SaNov9-Dec21 9-9:30am $30/$40 Nov8
AMERICAN RED CROSS PARENT AND CHILD LEVELS
GUPPIES (3-5 years)Must be completely independent of parent.Feelcomfortable and safely enjoy thewater. Elementaryaquatic skills provide the skill base for further progress. Includes front/back floating, blowing bubbles, andpaddle strokes on front and back with support.
Activity # *Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139010-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Sep20
139010-02 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Sep23
139010-03 M,WOct21-Nov13 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Oct18
139010-04 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Oct21
139010-05 M,WNov18-Dec18 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Nov15
139010-06 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Nov18
139010-07 SaSep28-Nov2 9:35-10:05am $30/$40 Sep27
139010-08 SaNov9-Dec21 9:35-10:05am $30/$40 Nov8
AMERICAN RED CROSS PRE-SCHOOL LEVELS (3-5 years)
MINNOWS (3-5 years)Must be completely independent of parent. Building on skills taught in Guppies while building confidence and independence. Skills include front/back floating, underwater exploration, combinedstroke with breathing, kicking on back and front un-supported.
Activity # *Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139015-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Sep20
139015-02 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Sep23
139015-03 M,WOct21-Nov13 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Oct18
139015-04 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Oct21
139015-05 M,WNov18-Dec18 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Nov15
139015-06 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Nov18
139015-07 SaSep28-Nov2 9:35-10:05am $30/$40 Sep27
139015-08 SaNov9-Dec21 9:35-10:05am $30/$40 Nov8
*No swim lessons during the week of Thanksgiving.
*No swim lessons during the week of Thanksgiving.
*No swim lessons during the week of Thanksgiving.
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LEVEL 1 STARFISH (5+years)Beginner swimmers. Participants learn to be com-fortableinwaterandtoenjoythewatersafely.Basicskills set foundations for skills in later levels, including: floating,front/backglides,rollingover,andcombinedstrokes with support.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELS (6-12 years)
LEVEL 2 SEA TURTLES (6+years)Prerequisite: Level 1 or must be able to demon-strate requirements for level 1. Participants learntofloatwithoutsupport, frontandbackglides, andcombined stroke on front and back with rhythmic breathing.
LEVEL 3 STING RAYS (6+years)Prerequisite: Level 2 or must be able to demon-strate requirements for level 2. Skills taught include frontcrawl,backcrawl,butterflykick,andopenturns,diving from the side and treading water.
Activity # *Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139018-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep20
139018-02 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep23
139018-03 M,WOct21-Nov13 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct18
139018-04 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct21
139018-05 M,WNov18-Dec18 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov15
139018-06 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov18
139018-07 SaSep28-Nov2 10:45-11:30am $30/$40 Sep27
139018-08 SaNov9-Dec21 10:45-11:30am $30/$40 Nov8
*No swim lessons during the week of Thanksgiving.
Activity # *Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139020-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep20
139020-02 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep23
139020-03 M,WOct21-Nov13 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct18
139020-04 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct21
139020-05 M,WNov18-Dec18 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov15
139020-06 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov18
139020-07 SaSep28-Nov2 10:45-11:30am $30/$40 Sep27
139020-08 SaNov9-Dec21 10:45-11:30am $30/$40 Nov8
*No swim lessons during the week of Thanksgiving.
Activity # *Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139030-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep20
139030-02 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep23
139030-03 M,WOct21-Nov13 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct18
139030-04 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct21
139030-05 M,WNov18-Dec18 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov15
139030-06 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov18
139030-07 SaSep28-Nov2 9:50-10:35am $30/$40 Sep27
139030-08 SaNov9-Dec21 9:50-10:35am $30/$40 Nov8
*No swim lessons during the week of Thanksgiving.
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LEVEL 4 SWORDFISH (6+years)Prerequisite: Level 3 or must be able to demon-strate requirements for level 3. Introduces the ele-mentary backstroke, breaststroke and elements of the sidestroke. Skills taught include breaststroke, treading water, and elementary backstroke.
LEVEL 5 DOLPHINS (6+years)Prerequisite: Level 4 or must be able to demon-strate requirements for level 4.Participants refinestrokes and increase endurance. Skills taught include breaststroke, sidestroke, introduction to flip turns,treading water, and surface dives.
LEVEL 6 ORCAS (6+years)Prerequisite: Level 5 or able to demonstrate requirements for level 5. Level 6 refines strokesto develop, efficiency, power and smoothness over greaterdistance.Level6optionsincludepersonalwa-tersafety,fitnessanddivingfundamentals.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELS (6-12 years)
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139040-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep20
139040-02 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sep23
139040-03 M,WOct21-Nov13 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct18
139040-04 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct21
139040-05 M,WNov18-Dec18 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov15
139040-06 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov18
139040-07 SaSep28-Nov2 10:45-11:30am $30/$40 Sep27
139040-08 SaNov9-Dec21 10:45-11:30am $30/$40 Nov8
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139050-01 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 5:25-6:10pm $40/$50 Sep23
139050-02 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 5:25-6:10pm $40/$50 Oct21
139050-03 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 5:25-6:10pm $40/$50 Nov18
139050-04 SaSep28-Nov2 9-9:45am $30/$40 Sep27
139050-05 SaNov9-Dec21 9-9:45am $30/$40 Nov8
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139060-01 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 5:25-6:10pm $40/$50 Sep23
139060-02 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 5:25-6:10pm $40/$50 Oct21
139060-03 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 5:25-6:10pm $40/$50 Nov18
139060-04 SaSep28-Nov2 9-9:45am $30/$40 Sep27
139060-05 SaNov9-Dec21 9-9:45am $30/$40 Nov8
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KIDS HYDRO-EXPLORATIONForkidswhoarebeyondswimlessonsbutnotcom-petitive swimmers. Prerequisite: Swim one pool length each on front and back and tread wa-ter one minute or have passed Level 5 or its equivalent in another program.
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139090-01 M,WSept23-Oct16 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Sept20
139090-02 M,WOct21-Nov13 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Oct18
139090-03 M,WNov18-Dec18 6:15-7pm $40/$50 Nov15
139090-04 SaSep28-Nov2 9:50-10:50am $30/$40 Sept27
139090-05 SaNov9-Dec21 9:50-10:50am $30/$40 Nov8
CONDITIONING AND TRAINING TEAM (CATT)Workouts will focus on improving techniques for all strokes. Prerequisite: Open to anyone 5-18 years old. Must be able to swim 50 yards with-out stopping or holding onto pool deck / lane lines and tread water for 60 seconds.
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139099-01 M,ThSep30-Oct31 7-8pm $30/$40 Sep27
139099-02 M,ThNov4-Nov30 7-8pm $30/$40 Nov1
139099-03 M,ThDec2-Dec31 7-8pm $30/$40 Nov29
GET WETDesigned for adults or teens who may be fearful about participation in water activities. Instructors will provide an extra amount of patience and understanding while developing fundamental skills in basic water safety, wateradjustmentandswimmingtechniques
NEW!
INTRODUCTION TO SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMINGLearn sculling techniques, layouts, torpedoes, balletlegs and more. Prerequisite: Open to anyone 18 years old and older. Must be able to swim the length of the pool (25m) and tread water.
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139082-01 Sep26-Oct24 8pm $60/$70 Sep25
139082-02 Nov7-Dec12 8pm $60/$70 Nov5
NEW!
ADULT SWIM CLASSES
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139080-01 Tu,ThSep24-Oct17 7-8pm $40/$50 Sep23
139080-02 Tu,ThOct22-Nov14 7-8pm $40/$50 Oct21
139080-03 Tu,ThNov19-Dec19 7-8pm $40/$50 Nov18
139080-04 SaSep28-Nov2 11-11:45am $30/$40 Sep27
139080-05 SaNov9-Dec21 11-11:45am $30/$40 Nov8
ADULT SWIM TRAININGA group structured swim workout for adults, designed for swimmers wishing to improve their strokes and exercise under direction. Workouts include interval training, stroke technique, and drills.
Activity # Date Time Age Fee (R/NR) Register By
139085-01 M,WOct21-Nov13 7-8pm 19yrs&up $60 Oct18
139085-02 M,WNov18-Dec18 7-8pm 19yrs&up $60 Nov15
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PRIVATE SWIM LESSONSPrivateswimlessonsareavailableforallagesandabilities.Instructorswilldevelopaprogramwhichmeetsthegoals,needsandschedulesofstudents.Lessonsare30minuteseachandonehourlessonsareavailable.Five30minutelessons$75.Ten30minutelessons$140.
SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONSSemi-privateswimlessonsarefortwotothreeparticipants.Clientsmustformgroupsofsimilaragesand/orabilitylevels.Daysandtimesarearrangedperparticipant’sschedule.Lessonsare30minuteseach.Five30minutelessons$40perperson.Ten30minutelessons$70perperson.
ADULT, CHILD, & INFANT CPR/AED Learn to respond in an emergency situation withskills that can save a life. Skills include caring for conscious and unconscious choking victims, CPRanduseofautomatedexternaldefibrillator(AED)forsudden cardiac arrest.
BABYSITTER’S TRAININGLearn to care for children and infants, be a goodleader and role model, make good decisions, solve problems, keep children safe, and handle emergen-cies suchas injuries, illnessesandhouseholdacci-dents.Pleasebringlunch.
FIRST AIDTo teach lay responders the knowledge and skills necessary to give care in an emergency, help sustain lifeandminimizetheconsequencesofinjuryorsud-den illness until medical help arrives.
INTRODUCTION TO TOTAL IMMERSION (TI) SWIMMING (19+YEARS)TI is a unique swimming education program, unlike any other, that teaches swimmers of all levels the secretofeffortlessswimmingforanydistance.Learnbalance and streamlining during this introductory course.Limit6participantspersession.
Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139081-01 Tu,Th,Oct8-17 6-7pm $100/$110 Oct7
139081-02 Tu,Th,Nov5-14 6-7pm $100/$110 Nov4
139081-03 Tu,Th,Dec3-12 6-7pm $100/$110 Dec2
RED CROSS COMMUNITY SAFETY PROGRAMS
WEBELOS AQUANAUT BADGEThe Webelos Aquanaut activity badge helps Webelos Scouts earn their rank and is also needed for the Boy Scout swimming merit badge. The Aquanaut activity badge is a requirement for the Physical Skills ActivityBadge.
Activity # Date Time Age Fee (R/NR) Deadline to Register
139612-01 SaNov9 9-10yrs (or3rd-4thgrade)
12:30-5pm $30/$40 Nov8
Location BlacksburgAquaticCenter
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139225-01 WSep25 11yrs&up 5-9pm $70/$80 Sep24
139225-02 MOct14 11yrs&up 5-9pm $70/$80 Oct11
139225-03 WNov6 11yrs&up 5-9pm $70/$80 Nov5
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139228-01 SaOct12 11-15yrs 9am-4pm $60/$70 Oct11
139228-02 SaNov16 11-15yrs 9am-4pm $60/$70 Nov15
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR) Register By
139218-01 ThSep26 11yrs&up 6-9pm $50/$60 Sep25
139218-02 WOct16 11yrs&up 6-9pm $50/$60 Oct15
139218-03 ThNov7 11yrs&up 6-9pm $50/$60 Nov6
NEW!
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mUNICIpAL GOLF COUrSE
JEFF KLEPPIN
Golf Shop Supervisor
540-961-1137
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2013 FALL GOLF PROGRAMS Tuesday Night SpecialsJoinTheHillonTuesdaynightsandgolfforprizes.Whoknowswhatwillhappen.Bringgroupsstartingat5:30pmorcomeandmakesomenewfriends. Regular fees apply.
Wednesday Night NRVGA NightComeoutonWednesdaysandmeetthemembersoftheNewRiverValleyGolfAssociation. They will conduct weekly individual or team competitions. Visit the pro shop or go to www.nrvga.org for more information.
Two for Fridays Grabadateandcomeplaygolf.Tiredoftheusualdinnerandamovie?Comeoutanytimeafternoon,andplaynineholeswithcartforjust$30/couple.Bookyourteetimeonlineorcall540-961-1137.
Tailgate SaturdaysTailgatewithTheHillbeforeheadingtothestadiumforVThomefootballgames.Nineholeswithcartisjust$15/player.18holeswithcartis$23/player. Tee times recommended. Special pricing available until kickoff on:
Saturday,September7(WesternCarolina)Saturday,September21(Marshall)Saturday,October5(NorthCarolina)Saturday,October12(Pittsburgh)Saturday,October26(Duke)Saturday,November16(Maryland)
Superintendent’s RevengeSaturday,September14,9amshotgunstartEntryFee:$120/teamForeverydivot,foreveryballmark,foreverycartdriventooclosetoagreen,it’stimeforthesuperintendantandhisstafftogetalittlepayback.Thisisafourperson,18-holescramblewithcourseconditionsandhazardsthatyouwouldNEVERfindanyotherdayoftheyear.Prizeswillbeawarded.
Private Lessons AvailablePrivategolflessonswithPGAApprenticeWarrenTaylorareavailableandcanbescheduledatyourconvenienceat$25/hour.Contacttheproshopat540-961-1137toschedulealessontoday.
GOLF COURSE RATES18 holes with cart $269 holes with cart $19Walking (all day) $129-hole cart fee (per rider) $8
Annual Pass FeesIndividual Annual Pass $375Family Annual Pass $525M-F Annual Pass Renewal* $325M-F Annual Pass Renewal Dependent Add-on* $100
*Renewals only. No new weekday passes will be sold.
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ATHLETIC prOGrAmS
ADAM LLOYD
Athletic Supervisor
540-961-1179
FUN BEGINNINGS BASKETBALLEnhance the developmental stages of the fundamentals and skills needed to become successful in youth sports. This program also offers quality time together while learning the different aspects of youth sports. Must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. *AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105302GB SaNov2-Dec7 4-6yrs 9-10am $40/$50
Location Kipps Gym
Registration MSep23-FOct25
BOYS MINOR SANDLOT BASKETBALLPlacementPractice:Wednesday,November6,5pmat the Blacksburg Community Center. About 2-3weeks after placements children will receive a call from their coach on when the first practice will be. Eight year olds can play BoysMinor or Pee-Wee. *AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105302-MI Dec-Mar 9-10yrs TBA $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Registration MSep23-FOct25
BOYS SENIOR SANDLOT BASKETBALLPlacementPractice:Thursday,November7,6pmattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter. About2-3weeksafterplacements children will receive a call from their coach onwhenthefirstpracticewillbe.*AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105302SR Dec-Mar 13-14yrs TBA $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Registration MSep24-FOct26
TEEN BASKETBALLRegisterasa teamwith completed rosterat theParksand Recreation Administrative Office.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
205005TB SuJan-Mar Grades9-12 Afternoon $60/Team
Location Kipps Elementary Gym
Registration MNov4–FDec13
YOUTH ATHLETICS
BOYS MAJOR SANDLOT BASKETBALLPlacement Practice: Wednesday, November 6, 6pmattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.About2-3weeks after placements children will receive a call from their coach on when the first practice will be. *AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105302MA Dec-Mar 11-12yrs TBA $35/$45
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Registration MSep23-FOct25
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PEE-WEE BASKETBALL (BOYS AND GIRLS)Placement Practice: Thursday October 10, 5pmat Kipps Gym. About 2-3 weeks after placementschildren will receive a call from their coach on when thefirstpractice/gamewillbe. Practices/gameswillbe played on a lowered rim. *AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105300PW Sa Oct-Dec 6-8yrs 9-11am $35/$45
Location Kipps Elementary Gym
Registration TuSep3-FriOct4
GIRLS MAJOR SANDLOT BASKETBALLPlacement Practice: Thursday, November 7, 6pm atKippsGym.About2-3weeksafterplacementschildrenwill receive a call from their coach onwhen the firstpractice will be. *AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105301MA Nov-Feb 11-12yrs TBA $35/$45
Location KippsElementaryGymandBlacksburgCommunityCenter
Registration MSep23-FOct25
GIRLS SENIOR SANDLOT BASKETBALLPlacement Practice: Thursday, November 7, 6pm atKippsGym.About2-3weeksafterplacementschildrenwill receive a call from their coach onwhen the firstpractice will be. *AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105301SR Nov-Feb 13-14yrs TBA $35/$45
Location KippsElementaryGymandBlacksburgCommunityCenter
Registration MSep23-FOct25
GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SANDLOT BASKETBALLTeams broken up by elementary school, if applicable. Placement Practice: Thursday, November 7, 5pm atKippsGym.About2-3weeksafterplacementschildrenwill receive a call from their coach onwhen the firstpractice will be. Eight year olds can play Girls Elementary orPee-WeeBasketball.*AsofMarch1,2014
Activity # Date *Age Time Fee (R/NR)
105301MI Nov-Feb 8-10yrs TBA $35/$45
Location KippsElementaryGymandBlacksburgCommunityCenter
Registration MSep23-FOct25
YOUTH ATHLETICS
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OPEN ADULT LUNCH TIME BASKETBALL Ages: 18&upDate: Tu&ThTime: 12:30-1:30pmPlace: BlacksburgCommunityCenterFee: Free
OPEN ADULT LUNCH TIME VOLLEYBALLAges: 18&upDate: M,W,FTime: Noon-2pmPlace: BlacksburgCommunityCenterFee: Free OPEN ADULT BADMINTONAges: 18&upDate: TuTime: 11am-12:30pmPlace: BlacksburgCommunityCenterFee: Free
All Open Adult Programs are subject to change without notice. Please call the Blacksburg Community Center before coming at 540-961-1149.
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ADULT VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE 6 vs. 6 League with officialsRegistration:Sep10-23attheBlacksburgCom-munity Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive. Regis-tration packets available at the center or email request.
Activity # Date Fee (R/NR)
112401-V1-Coed Th Oct-Dec $120/Team
112401-V2-Women’s MOct-Dec $120/Team
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
ADULT ATHLETICS
ADULT DODGEBALL LEAGUERegistration:Sep10-23attheBlacksburgCommu-nity Center, 725 PatrickHenryDrive. Registrationpackets available at the center or email request.
Activity # Date Fee (R/NR)
112402-D1 W Oct-Dec $80/Team
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
No mail or phone registrations will be accepted. For more information call 540-961-1149 or email [email protected].
ADULT prOGrAmS
2013 FALL DANCE PROGRAMS
JACK LEAHY
Assistant Parks and Recreation Director
540-961-1880
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
112100-Q1 TuSep17 14yrs&up 7-8pm FREE
112100-Q2 WJan8 14yrs&up 7-8pm FREE
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-B1 TuDec3&10 14yrs&up 6:15-8:15pm $4/$8
ARGENTINE TANGO: LEVEL 1This intense, dramatic dance will inspire new levels of creativity, connection, and musicality. Previous partnerdance experience recommended.
CHA CHA: LEVEL 1Fastandsassy,ChaChaisacheeky,sexyLatindanceperfectfordancingtocontemporaryR&B,funk,country,andclassicrockaswellaspopularLatinmusic.
PARTNER DANCE FOR ADULTS AND TEENSItisfun,healthy,andagreatwaytomeetpeople.Nopartnerrequired.Discountsavailableforgroupsoffiveormoreandrepeatstudents.Formoreinformation,contactSapphireBallroom&DanceCenterat540-382-8782,[email protected],orvisitwww.SapphireDance.com.
AllclassesareheldattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.
FALL AND SPRING SAMPLERSAbsolutely perfect for everyone interested in dance classes, but not sure where to start. See styles, hear about discounts, ask questions, and learn a little dancing.
*$32payabletoSapphireBallroom.
*$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
EAST COAST SWING: LEVEL 1Getreadytodancethenightawaytogroovyrockn’roll,newwave,andup-beatblues.Embrace thatswingin’ styleandalltheturnsthatmakeEastCoastthebigdaddyofswings. *$32payabletoSapphireBallroom.
FOX TROT: LEVEL 1Breezy and fun for beginners. Step out with your baby and sailontothedancefloorlikeFredAstairewiththisBallroomclassic, perfect for dancing to the music of the old crooners. *$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
HUSTLE: LEVEL 1Getdownandboogie.DiscoFeverisstillragingandthere’snothing like Hustle to get people groovin’. Great for newdancers, this class will cover the moves, turns, and spins that made the Disco Inferno burn.
*$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-L1 TuOct29-Nov19 14yrs&up 8:15-9:15pm $4/$8
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-S1 WOct30-Nov20 14yrs&up 6-7pm $4/$8
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-B2 WOct30-Nov20 14yrs&up 7-8pm $4/$8
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-S2 WDec4&11 14yrs&up 6:30-8:30pm $4/$8
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2013 FALL DANCE PROGRAMS
RUMBA: LEVEL 1Greatforbeginners.Slowandromantic,Rumba’scasualluxurysuits many popular music styles making it a favorite with new dancersandagreatfirstdanceforawedding. *$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
SALSA: LEVEL 1AddalittlespicetothedancelifewiththissaucyLatindance.It’sfast,fun,andreadytoparty.Previousdanceexperiencerec-ommended, but not required. *$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
SINGLE TIME SWING: LEVEL 1FastandfunfornewDancers!JiveandJitterbugtobigbandswings with this hip, happy dance with exciting twists and turns sure to get your toes tapping. *$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
TANGO: LEVEL 1The romance, the power, the passion, the Tango. The staccato timing and stalking grace of American Tango create a dynamic and passionate energy perfect for avid dancers. *$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
WALTZ: LEVEL 1Never danced before? The light and airy grace of Waltz will have dancers gliding across the floor,whirling as if in a classic romantic movie.
*$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-Q3 TuSep24-Oct15 14yrs&up 7:15-8:15pm $4/$8
112100-Q4 TuOct29-Nov19 14yrs&up 6:15-7:15pm $4/$8
112100-Q5 WOct30-Nov20 14yrs&up 8-9pm $4/$8
CLASS-BY-REQUEST (A.K.A “CBR”) FOR SOCIAL DANCE PROGRAMSTaken some social dance classes and want to continue the fun in higher levels? The following classes have been reserved. Contact Sapphire at [email protected] or 540-382-8782regardingwhichclassesshouldbeoffered.Pre-registra-tionrequiredforCBRs. *$32payabletoSapphireBallroom
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-L2 WSep25-Oct16 14yrs&up 7-8pm $4/$8
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-L3 TuSep24-Oct15 14yrs&up 8:15-9:15pm $4/$8
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-S3 WSep25-Oct16 14yrs&up 6-7pm $4/$8
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-B3 TuOct29-Nov19 14yrs&up 7:15-8:15pm $4/$8
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112100-B4 TuSep24-Oct15 14yrs&up 6:15-7:15pm $4/$8
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Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
112230-D1 WOct9-Nov13 16yrs&up 1-1:50pm $70/$80
BEGINNER/NOVICE DOG CLASSFordogs4.5monthsandolder.The course focuses on basic manners like sit, down, stay, come, walking on leash and jumping up. No dogs the firstnight. For more information,
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
112230-D4 WOct9-Nov13 16yrs&up 2-2:50pm $70/$80
PUPPY KINDERGARTENForpuppies10-16weeksold.Classincludespuppysocial-izationandthebeginningofpuppybasicmanners.Puppiesattendallclasses.Formoreinformation,contactRoseHig-don at [email protected].
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
312230–D5 SaSep14-Nov2 16yrs&up
9:30-10:30am
$42$52
OUTDOOR BEGINNING CLASSThis class covers basic dog obedience. Dogs must be six monthsorolder. First class iswithout thedog. FormoreinformationcontactJudyat540-544-7556.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
312230–D6 SaSep14-Nov2 16yrs&up
11am-noon $42/$52
OUTDOOR ADVANCED CLASSThis class reviews obedience skills and works toward having the dog off lead all the time. Dogs must be six months or older.Dogsattendallclasses.FormoreinformationcontactJudyat540-544-7556.
OUTDOOR DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES
Location ThefirstclassmeetsatShelter2atMunicipalParkandallremaining classes will meet behind the tennis courts.
Location Shelter2atMunicipalPark
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
NEW!
NEW!
ONLINE E-LEARNING HEALTHCARE COURSESCheckoutthee-learninghealthcarecoursesfromHealthEdTodayofferedthroughBlacksburgParksandRecreation.Thesecoursesarehighlyinteractiveandprovidestudentswithanenriched learningexperience.Eachcourse includes:24houraday instructorsupportandcoursementors;engaginglabs,studentexercisesandcoursevideos;alltextbooks,workbooksandstudentmaterials;anewsecurestudentwebsitewhich includes career resources and other training.
Theseexcitingcourses include::PharmacyTechnician,ClinicalMedicalAssistant,DentalAssisting,PhlebotomyTechnician,EKGTechnician,MedicalBillingandCoding,andmore.
Allprogramsincludetextbooks,workbooksandstudentsmaterials.Certainprogramsincludeclinicalexternshipsandnationalcertifications.
Visitwww.healthedtoday.com/Blacksburgtoexperienceacoursedemoandtolearnmoreabouttheseexcitingnewprograms.
Feesvarymaybefoundatwww.healthedtoday.com/Blacksburg.
NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK DAYSaturday,October26,10am-2pm,BlacksburgCommunityCenterparkinglot,725PatrickHenryDrive
Bring in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal.
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PARENTING WITH POSITIVE DISCIPLINE Wantalessstressfulfamilylife?Comelearnsomenewtrickstomake kids fun to be around.
FormoreinformationaboutLoveandLogicvisitloveandlogic.com.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
112301–PA ThOct3-17 Parent 7-8:30pm *
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
HYPNOSIS AND WEIGHT LOSSSynchronize inner thoughts with external efforts to lose and maintain weight. Each class includes a 30-40 minute grouphypnosis session. Dress comfortably.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
112301–HY ThNov7-21 16yrs&up 7-8:30pm $80/$90
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY BASICSGet the most out of a digital SLR camera, lenses, andaccessories.Understandequipment,basic imagecompositionand explore different kinds of photograph, techniques, and basicsoflightingandimageprocessing.Instructor:[email protected].
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
112331–SP MSep16-Oct7 16yrs&up 7-8:30pm $40/$50
Date: Friday, December 6, 7 pm Rain Date: Saturday, December 7, 1 pm Place: Downtown Blacksburg4:30 pm: Bring a camera for pictures with Santa at The Lyric Theatre5:30 pm: Tree lighting and music provided by Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. 7:00 pm: Parade - Cosponsored by Blacksburg Parks and Recreation, Downtown Blacksburg Inc., and Virginia Tech Chapter of Circle K
*$50/$60perindividual.$60/$70percouple
ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE
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HEALTH AND FITNESS
STRENGTH TRAINING CLASS Date Time
Tu, Th 9-9:55am
AEROBICS
Thefollowingclassesareinterchangeable.Pleasecheckwithadoctorbeforebeginninganyfitnessprogram.13timepassis$20/$30;35timepassis$50/$60
BOOT CAMP LITE
HEALTHY BACKS
PILATES
Date Time
M,F 9-9:55am
Date Time
Th 10-10:55am
Date Time
M,W,F 10:30-11:25am
Date Time
M,F 9-9:55am
BOOT CAMP Date Time
Tu Th 5:15-6:15pm
ZUMBA Date Time
M,W,FTu - Golden Zumba
Tu, Th Th - Zumba Toning
10-10:55am10-10:55am6:30-7:30pm10-11:55am
TEMPLE STYLE TAI CHI Increase balance, strength, circula-tion and mental focus. Tai Chi isbased on slow, gentle and relaxed movements that incorporate the wholebody.Programisdesignedforages50andupbutallarewelcome.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123503-B1 Tu,ThSep17-Oct24 All ages 10-11am $30/$40
123503-B2 Tu,ThOct29-Dec12 All ages 10-11am $30/$40
123503-A1 Tu,ThSep17-Oct24 All ages 7:30-8:30pm $30/$40
123503-A2 Tu,ThOct29-Dec12 All ages 7:30-8:30pm $30/$40
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
EXERCISE CLASSES
FAMILY ZUMBATOMIC FamilieswillhavefunandgetinshapewithenergeticZumba dancing and games for the whole family.
Activity # *Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
102301-Z1 Tu,ThSep17-Oct17 4yrs&up 4-5pm $40/$50perfamily
102301-Z2 Tu,ThOct22-Nov26 4yrs&up 4-5pm $40/$50perfamily
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
*NoclassOct31
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LINE DANCING WITH CASS LONGIt’sfunandgreatexercise.Linedancetoavarietyofmu-sic(‘50stocurrent).Nopartnerneeded.Nopriordanceexperience necessary. Come out eachThursday begin-ningSeptember5.
Activity # Date Age *Time Fee (R/NR)
No registration necessary
Th All ages * Payinstructor$5/class
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
FITNESS CENTER PASSESTheSeniorFitnessCenterfeaturestreadmills,stationarybikes,ellipticaltrainers,weightmachine,stepmachinesandfreeweights.Fivetimespass$10;30timespass$35;50timespass$50.Allpassesaregoodforoneyearfromdateofpurchase.
FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATIONAfterpurchasingapassforthefitnesscenter,staffcanprovidegeneralinstructionontheproperuseofthefitnesscenterequipment.Onceregisteredfortheorientation,staffwillsetupanappointment.Forexercisebeginnersorthosewithspecificneeds,trythePersonalTrainingprogramwithacertifiedtrainer.Activity#:123320-A1
PERSONAL TRAININGAdoctor’swrittenpermissionisrequiredtoparticipateinthisprogram.Eachpackagepurchasedisgooduptooneyear.Fee(R/NR):Fivesessions$85/$95;10sessions$160/$170;Useoffitnesscenterwillbeanadditionalcharge.
HEALTH AND FITNESSEXERCISE CLASSES
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
YOGA PASSESGainstrengthandflexibilitywithgentleyogaforthosewith limited physical abilities or who are beginning to getintoexercise.Payonlyfortheclassesattended.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
Gentle Yoga Tu, Th 16yrs&up
10:15-11:45am
Six time pass $42/$52
Beg/ModYoga W 16yrs&up
5:45-7:15pm 12timepass$80/$90
*1:30-2:30pm.Beginnerscancomeat1pm.
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JOY HERBERT
Adult Program Supervisor
540-961-1134
CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE
AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSEThis eighthour classroomcourse assistsdrivers age50andoverin refining current driver skills and developing defensive drivingtechniques.
Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
M,TuOct28&29 50yrs&up 12:30-4:30pm *
Location PleasearriveBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan10am
Registration EndsOct10
DECORATIVE GIFT BOXESLet’sTravel toMeadowbrookCommunityCenterand learntomakeeasybutuniquegiftboxesfromFoldedPaper.Bringadishtosharefor the luncheon.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-F2 ThOct17 All ages 10:15am-1:45pm
Free
NEW!
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
Registration CallCecilMcBrideat540-552-4396.RegistrationendsOct10
*Feeis$12forAARPmembersand$14fornonmembers.Payinstructorduringthefirstclass.
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
AARP CHAPTER #2613AARP has generalmembershipmeetings at 11:30am eachmonth.These are usually luncheon meetings with everyone bringing a bagged lunch. Interesting and informative presentations follow. Meetingsareopentothepublic.
Activity # *Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
No registration necessary
TuSep17,Oct15,Nov19,Jan21
All ages 11:30am Free
*Information on the December luncheon will be available at a later date.
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
ART LOVER’S CLUBJoin fellow artists or would-be artists for a weekly opportunity to learn andsharepainting/drawingskills.Onceamonth,artistBettyMoore,willleadtheclassandprovideinstruction,critiqueandfutureprojects.
Activity # Date Location Time Fee (R/NR)
123201-A3 Tu Sep 17-Dec17
All ages 9:30-11:30am
$45/$55
*Feeincludesamonthlytwohourclass.Suppliesextra.
NEW!
ONGOING
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ONGOING
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
BOOK CLUBThe next best thing to reading a great book is talking about it with friends. No registration required. Room is reserved for any group individual.
Date Book Time Fee (R/NR)
ThOct10 “TheLittlePrincess”byConorGrennan
2pm Free
ThNov14 “LovingFrank”byNancyHoran 2pm Free
ThDec12 “TheYokotaOfficersClubbySarahBird
2pm Free
ThJan9 “HellboundonHisTrail”byHamptonSides
2pm Free
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
KNITTERSBringaproject,learnfromothersandshareskills.Thisinformalgroupmeets for socialization while knitting. Other varieties of needle work are welcome. No registration required. Room is reserved for any group individual.
Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
W All ages 10am-noon Free
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
No registration required
Roomisreservedforanygroup/individual.
BRIDGE AND MAHJONGGThe following programs take place weekly. ForDuplicate Bridge, contact RichardHuberat304-466-0341 or [email protected]. For all otherprograms contact Joy Her-
[email protected] registrationrequired. Room is reserved for any group individual.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
Sanctioned DuplicateACBL
Game
M,W,F All ages 12:30-4pm
Donation
PartyBridge Tu,W,F All ages 1pm Free
MahJongg W All ages 1pm Free
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
WRITER’S WORKSHOPJoin fellow writers or would-be writers for opportunities to share and talk about writing: essays, memoirs, poetry, stories, plays, letters, or a chapter from the next great American novel. Readings are voluntary. No registration required. Room is reserved for any group individual.
*Date Age *Time Fee (R/NR)
F All ages 1pm Free
*WritersmeetonthefirstFridayofthemonthexceptholidays.
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BEADING WORKSHOPTraveltoMeadowbrookrecreationcenterandcreateapairofearringsor bookmark from handmade glass beads. Bring a dish to share for the luncheon.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-F5 ThJan16 All ages
12:45-4:15pm
Free
SPECIAL EVENTS
HALLOWEEN BINGOLet’s travel to Christiansburg Recreation Center for Bingo,refreshmentsandfun.Dressup,maybewinaprize.Bring$1inquarters for bingo prizes.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-WR ThOct31 All ages 10:30am-1:30pm
$4
NEW!
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan12:30pm
Registration ends Dec16
HOLIDAY FUNLet’straveltoMeadowbrookRecreationCenterandsingalongtosome favorite Christmas and holiday songs. Also, join in a fungameofChristmasbingo.Bringasnacktoshare.
NEW!
THANKSGIVING FEAST WITH FRIENDSTraveltoMeadowbrookRecreationCentertolearncreativewaysto prepare favorite holiday foods fromCarolynHall,NutritionistwithVirginiaCooperativeExtension.Bringadishtosharefortheluncheon.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-F3 ThNov21 All ageswelcome
10:15am-1:45pm
Free
NEW!
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-F4 ThDec19 All ages 12:45-4:15pm Free
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan12:30pm.
Registration ends Jan13
NEW!
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
FLU CLINICRite Aid Pharmacy will be offering a flu clinic. It is free toMedicarerecipientsorthepharmacycandirectbillinsurances.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123000-HE TuOct8 All ages 11:30am-3:30pm
*
NEW!
*Ifnoinsurance,basefeeis$29.Registration required.
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan10:15am.
Registration ends Oct23
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan9:30am.
Registration ends Oct16
FIGHTING BACK AGAINST IDENTITY THEFTTravel to Christiansburg Recreation Center to join the policedepartment’s crime prevention unit for an overview ofrecommendations used in protecting personal information against fraud and abuse.
NEW!
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-F6 WOct23 All ages 9:45-11:30am Free
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan10am.
Registration ends Nov14
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Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
CLARA’S KITCHENClarawill be preparing hearty fare this fall. Eachmealwill beaccompanied by sides and dessert. Sign up for one or all. Space is limited.*ChickenwithlemonandRosemary-ThOct10 *PorkLoinstuffedwithsausage,spinachandParmesan-ThNov7
Activity # Date *Meal Time Fee (R/NR)
123304-10 ThOct10 * 1pm $5/$10
123304-11 ThNov7 * 1pm $5/$10
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BLACKSBURG TRANSIT TRIP AND LUNCHTravel to Christiansburg RecreationCenter for an informational seminar.Then hop on a Blacksburg Transit bus and travel one of the routes stopping atCrackerBarrelforlunch.
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Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-P1 TuNov12 All ages 10am-1pm Free
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan9:45am.
Registration ends Nov5
FALL LUNCHEONAtimeforgreatfoodandfun;bakedspaghetti,drinksandsaladwillbeprovided.Pleasebringadessertorbreadtoshare.Bingowillstartat1pm.Pleasebringfourquartersforprizemoney.RegistrationendsNov.14.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-A1 ThOct24 All ages Noon Free
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
HOLIDAY BRUNCHCome out for some good food, fellowship, and fun this fall.Program is free but registration is required. Sponsored byAARPBlacksburgChapter
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-F1 MDec16 All ages 11:30am Free
Location BlacksburgCommunityCenter
DIRTY SANTA BINGOLet’s travel to Christiansburg Recreation Center for Bingo andlaughter. Bring awrapped gift, spending nomore than $5 andbring$1inquarterstoplayBingo.Transportationisnotprovided.
Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)
123000-F7 FDec6 All ages 1:30-2:30pm Free
Registration begins
Sep10
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Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-S3 TuSep17 All ages 9:15am-7pm $32/$42
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan9am.
KISS ME KATE AT THE BARTER THEATER IN ABINGDONRelivetheclassic1948musical,with itsstunningchoreographyandColePortertunes.Fulloflaughter,witandromance,thisisamusical delight that will have the audience humming long after leaving the theater.
*No refunds after Sep 3 unless a substitute can be found. Feeincludestransportationandperformance.MealonyourownatTheHeartwoodCenter.
VIRGINIA TECH PERFORMING ARTS TRANSPORTATION BlacksburgParksandRecreationisconsideringprovidingtransportationtoandfromtheBlacksburgCommunityCentertosomeperformances.Feeis$5R/$10NRandincludestransportationfromcommunitycenterforeachperformance.IndividualswillberesponsibleforpurchasingtheirticketsthroughtheArtsCenter.CallJoyHerbertat961-1134oremailjherbert@blacksburg.govformoreinformation.Aminimumof12people/performancerequired.
IKEA – CHARLOTTE, NCBack by popular demand, travel to IKEA, a privately held interna-tionalhomeproductsretailerthatsellsflatpackfurniture,acces-sories and bathroom and kitchen items in their retail stores around the world.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR
123600-N4 WNov6 All ages 8:30am-6:30pm $9/$18
*Feeincludestransportationonly.Restaurantonsite.
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan8:15am.
DAY IN ROANOKELet’stourthenewexhibitsattheTransportationMuseum.After-wards,enjoyfreetimetoeatatoneofthemanyeateriesandtourother places of interest such as the new science museum.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR
123600-F4 WOct30 All ages 9:15am-4pm $14/$24
*FeeincludestransportationandentrancefeetotheTransportationMuseum
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan9am.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-N3 WNov20 All ages 9am-5:30pm $9/$18
HANES MALL - WINSTON-SALEM, NCCheck off that holiday gift giving list at this popular shoppingdestination.
*Feeincludestransportationonly.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-N1 TuNov12 All ages 6-11pm $62/$72
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan5:45pm.
HELLO DOLLY STARRING SALLY STRUTHERSOrchestra seating at the RoanokeCivicCenter.Winnerof 10Tony Awards includingBest Musical. Emmy awardwinning Sally Struthers, (All in the Family, Gilmore Girls)stars as the strong-willed
matchmaker Dolly.
*Feeincludestransportationandperformance.Mealisnotprovidedbutrefreshments are available at the civic center.
Location PleasemeetatBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan8:45am.
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123600-F1 TuSep24 All ages 8:15am-3pm $17/$27
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan8am.
HOMESTEAD CREAMERY – WIRTZ, VALearn howmilk is churned andbottled. A guide will explain the milking process, show where the cows are milked and raised from infancy. Sample fresh milk and ice-cream. Store on site.
*Feeincludestransportationandguidedtours.LunchextraonsitefeaturingBoarsHeadmeatsandcheeses.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-D5 FDec20 All ages 10:30am-3pm
$25/$35
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan10:15am.
HOTEL ROANOKE HOLIDAY BUFFETDon’t miss this favorite holiday buffet. See the gloriousdecorations in this elegant hotel and tour the elaborately decorated Christmas tree displays. Afterwards take a strollthrough the market. *Feeincludestransportationandbuffet.
MYSTERY DINE OUTSIndulge insomeculinaryexperiencesandsurprises. It’samazing,thevarietyofflavorsthatsurroundus.Wepromisenofastfoodorchain restaurants, only popular and/or unique destinations in acasual atmosphere.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-F5 TuOct22 All ages 10:15am-2pm $5/$10
123600-N2 WNov14 All age 10:15am-2pm $5/$10
*Feeincludestransportationonly.Mealextra.
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan10am.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-S6 ThSep26 All ages 10am-4:15pm
$15/$25
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan9:45am.
MYSTERY WINEOUTTravel to a mystery winery location for a tasting. Trip will also includealunchstopbutthattooisamystery!
*Feeincludestransportationandtastingwithasouvenirglass.Lunchextra.
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Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-F6 WOct16 All ages 8:30am-3:30pm
$25/$35
Location PleasearriveattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan8:15am.
REYNOLDS HOMESTEAD - CRITZ, VATour a fully restored 1843 Spring Plantation House of the latetobacco manufacturer R. J. Reynolds. The home includes many of the original family furnishings. The fall is a spectacular time to visit. *Feeincludestransportation,tourandbuffet.
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Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-F2 WOct2 All ages 9:15am-5pm $55/$65
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan9am.
VIRGINIA DARE CRUISEAscenic fall cruiseonSmithMountainLake.Apark rangerwilldiscuss the beautiful wildlife on and around the lake. There is a chance an Osprey may make an appearance. *Feeincludestransportation,narratedtourandbuffetlunchofroastedpork
loin, roasted chicken, green beans, rice, bread and dessert.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-D2 SuDec15 All ages 12:15-8pm $35/$45
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan10:30am.
“NUNCRACKERS” AND HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT LOTITO PARK – BLUEFIELD, WV Let’s travel to Bluefield for a wonderful day of food, theaterentertainment and a spectacular lightshow. *Feeincludestransportation,performanceat2pm,dinnerbuffetat4:30pm
and drive thru holiday light display.
HOLIDAY PINES FOR PARKSHelpbeautifyBlacksburgparksbydonatingaused, live, root balled holiday tree to Blacksburg Parks&RecreationDepartment.
Call540-961-1135toarrangeapickup.
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FOR THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDSTheSeniorCenterhasawheelchairaccessiblebuswithroomtocarryassistivedevices.Staffisunabletopersonallyassistindividualsbeyondloadingandunloadingthevehicle;therefore,werequireacaretakeroraidetoaccompanythosewithspecialneeds.
IMPORTANT TRIP INFORMATIONVanswillbeavailabletoloadnoearlierthan30minutespriortodepartureunlessotherwisespecifiedinthetripdescription.Pleasearriveatleast15minutespriortodeparture.
Itisdifficulttofindtheperfecttemperatureforeveryparticipantonthebus.Itissuggestedthosewhoarecold-naturedbringsweater/coatsandwarm-natureddressinlayers.Staffishappytomakeadjustmentstothetemperaturebutsafetyistheprimaryconcern.Letthedriverknowatatimewhenheisnotdistractedaboutanytemperatureadjustments.
“HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR” AT THE WOHLFAHRT DINNER THEATREEnjoy a delicious holiday feast before getting completely im-mersedintheChristmasseason.TheshowispackedwithfamiliarChristmassongsaswellasdazzlingdancenumbersandbeautifulcostumes.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-D1 WDec18 All ages 11am-6pm
$41/$51
*Feeincludestransportation,performanceandmeal.
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan10:45am.
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PEAKS OF OTTER LODGE – BLUE RIDGE PARKWAYFallwouldn’tbecompletewithouttheannualtriptoPeaksofOt-terLodgeontheBlueRidgeParkwayfortheirOktoberfestBuffet.Enjoygreatcompany,wonderfulfood,andscenicviews.
Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)
123600-F3 WOct9 All ages 10am-3:30pm
$25/$35
*Feeincludestransportationandbuffet.
Location PleasemeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenternolaterthan9:45am.
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Annual Halloween Carnival, Thursday,October31
Time: 6-8pm
Place: BlacksburgCommunityCenter,
725PatrickHenryDrive
Annual Holiday Parade,Friday,December6
Time: 7pm
Place: Downtown Blacksburg
Santa Calling,Thursday,December19
Time: 4-6pm
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